Recall 12V141 covers 289 2012 Chrysler Town And Country and Grand Caravan vehicles for incomplete rear hub machining. Free repair at a franchised Chrysler dealer.
Chrysler is recalling 289 2012 Town And Country and Grand Caravan vans because right rear hub and bearing assemblies were not fully machined. The defect can reduce durability and lead to wheel separation, increasing crash risk; Chrysler dealers will complete the free repair once it is available.
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What's wrong?
The right rear hub and bearing assembly on the 2012 Town And Country and Grand Caravan supports the rear wheel and lets it spin cleanly while the suspension carries the vehicle's weight. The bearing is the smooth rotating part inside the hub. The hub is the mounting point that helps hold the wheel assembly in the correct position.
On affected vehicles, that right rear hub and bearing assembly was not fully machined. Machining is the factory cutting and finishing work that gives the part its final shape and fit. If that work is incomplete, the assembly is not made to the intended specification, so the wheel-end hardware is relying on a part that was not finished correctly.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not wait for a noise, vibration, or dashboard light to prove the problem is present.
Who's affected?
Covers the Town And Country and Grand Caravan minivans from the same model year, both tied to the rear suspension.
| 2012 Chrysler Town And Country | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | rear suspension |
| Units affected | 289 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific minivan.
What's the safety risk?
Reduced durability in the right rear hub and bearing assembly can lead to wheel separation and increase the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, drive cautiously and arrange the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Chrysler dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2012 Chrysler Town And Country or Dodge Grand Caravan is included in this recall.
- Watch for Chrysler's owner letter mailed on April 27, 2012, if you have not received it.
- Contact a franchised Chrysler dealer and reference recall number 12V141 when you call.
- Schedule the free right rear hub and bearing assembly replacement that fixes the improperly machined rear hub.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop driving if you hear rear-wheel noise or feel vibration.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chrysler technician replaces the right rear hub and bearing assembly with a fully machined assembly. The work addresses the affected rear wheel hub and bearing parts identified in recall 12V141. Chrysler's recall notice says the repair began on April 27, 2012, and the replacement is free of charge. The filing does not give a repair time, so ask the service desk how long the visit will take when you schedule.
Timeline
| April 3, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 27, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V141?
Recall 12V141 covers 289 2012 Chrysler Town And Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles with right rear hub and bearing assemblies that were not fully machined. The defect can reduce durability and lead to wheel separation, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2012 Chrysler Town And Country or Dodge Grand Caravan is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 12V141. If it is, contact a franchised Chrysler dealer and ask for the right rear hub and bearing assembly replacement. Reference recall number 12V141 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Chrysler dealers will replace the right rear hub and bearing assembly free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is wheel separation from a weakened right rear hub and bearing assembly. Chrysler reported that the incomplete machining can reduce durability. If the wheel separates while driving, crash risk increases. The dealer repair replaces the affected assembly for free.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2012 Chrysler Town And Country or Dodge Grand Caravan is included, then call a franchised Chrysler dealer with recall number 12V141.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V141000 |
|---|---|
| Chrysler customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V141 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V141000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →